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This module provides knowledge and understanding, from a scientific perspective, of the impacts from human activities on the Earth and its systems and processes. Particular emphasis is given to water, air, soil and biota (plants and animals).
Over the last century numerous environmental problems have arisen as a result of human activities, including global climate shifts, water pollution, soil degradation, habitat loss, diversity loss and air pollution. These problems can in turn impact upon human health and well-being, so managing these problems benefits humans as well as the wider environment. An important feature of this module is that it tackles strategies to mitigate or cope with environmental problems caused by human impacts.
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This module teaches you about how evolutionary processes have shaped the nervous system, from simple invertebrates that possess a basic neural network, like a sea anemone, to vertebrates with their highly centralised nervous system. We take a tour of the different animal groups and piece together possible routes of evolution of the nervous system from the more primitive through to the more advanced living groups; how intelligence appears to have evolved like other traits using evidence from the fossil record. Moving to the present day, we then describe how the body builds its nervous system using anatomical, physiological and molecular biological data; we try to answer questions about how neurones grow, how synapses are made and pruned and how wiring develops with particular reference to vertebrate nervous systems. The module ends with a discussion of repair and regeneration (or lack of them!) in the nervous system and possible ways to enhance nervous system repair mechanisms in the future.
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The field of Human Genetics is growing rapidly in the post genomic age and this module aims to sample some of the key topics. It will demonstrate the predictable behaviour of genes at the levels of the individual and the population (Mendelian and population genetics), whilst making students aware that the nature of human societies means that sometimes genes don't appear to behave as predicted! There will be an emphasis on medical genetics, showing how a person's genetic make-up can directly or indirectly affect their health and exploring some of the applications of molecular genetics in the study of, diagnosis of and treatment of genetic diseases. We shall also consider some of the ethical implications of advances in genetic technologies. A variety of teaching methods will be used including lectures, interactive problem solving workshop sessions, computer-based self research and tutorials.
Topic 1 Inheritance Patterns in Humans. (Sessions 1 - 3)
This topic includes revision of meiosis and classical mendelian genetics, molecular pathology (the basis for dominance and recessivity), genetic and environmental influences on phenotype, human genetic elements, and patterns of mendelian and non-mendelian inheritance in humans.
Topic 2 Quantitative and Population Genetics (Session 4)
This topic gives a brief introduction to population and quantitative genetics and includes the Hardy-Weinberg Law, calculation of gene frequencies and heritability.
Topic 3 Clinical Applications of Genetics (Sessions 5 to 10)
This topic examines the types of genetic diseases that affect humans (eg single gene, multigene, multifactorial, chromosome abnormalities and somatic disease) and how molecular genetics has revolutionised diagnosis and treatment in medical genetics.
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| Semester 2 |
C/O |
TYP |
ECTS | CATS |
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LSC-20052 |
Nutrition and Energy Balance |
O |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module will focus on understanding the essential components of our diet and discuss the changes in nutrition and energy balance that the human body encounters through development from birth to adulthood. The module will address the need for the body to adapt nutrition to meet its energy requirements during sports and exercise. It will discuss the consequences of dietary imbalances on human health and how nutrition and diet can contribute to many Lifestyle disorders including obesity related disorders, coronary heart disease, glucose intolerance and diabetes. This module aims to provide an informed, research based understanding of nutrition, diet and energy balance on human health, by integrating aspects of physiology, biochemistry, food science and exercise physiology.
This module will offer a number of laboratory based practical opportunities, including a visit to the Anatomy Suite at the Medical School to learn about the digestive system and also an Exercise Physiology practical to understand energy requirements during exercise. In addition, the lectures in this module will be complemented with guest lectures to highlight our current thinking in human nutrition and health. Ethical issues that concern diet and nutrition will be discussed in tutorials.
Indicative Contents
This module is taught through a combination of lectures and laboratory sessions as well as tutorials and private study, combined with on line support and readings from relevant text books.
Lectures:
Nutrition and energy balance; energy and organic macromolecules (fats, carbohydrates and proteins); absorption and functions of vitamins and minerals; alcohol; regulation of food intake: Hunger and satiety; positive energy balance and obesity; the role of nutrition in the development and management of cardiovascular diseases; nutrition and cancer; sport nutrition; nutrition and the human life course and nutrition in mental health.
Practicals:
Physiology of digestive tract; food digestion; calculating energy balances; estimating body composition; putting weight management theory into practice; exercise physiology.
Tutorial:
Ethical argument and discussion
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LSC-20056 |
Research and Analytical Skills |
C |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module looks at the skills and techniques used by scientists to collect, analyse and present scientific information to a specialist and wider audience. It includes specific skills such as writing, experimental design, data analysis and presentation within an ethical framework. In addition these skills will be invaluable for 3rd year projects and dissertations.
Indicative content:
- Analysis of the structure and content of scientific papers, with particular reference to the design and analysis of scientific experiments within an ethical dimension.
- How data is arranged (tables, graphs, figures), presented using Word, Excel and PowerPoint, summarized (summary statistics) and compared.
- Searching for scientific information on the internet, electronic databases, libraries and its collation and oral presentation in a seminar.
- Statistical analysis of the data is a major component of the module with in-depth study of the most commonly used statistical analyses, including: T-test, ANOVA, regression, correlation, non-parametric tests, categorical data, linearity, cross-reactivity, sensitivity, specificity, accuracy and precision.
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LSC-20059 |
Human Biology - Study Abroad III |
EP |
C
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7.5 |
15 |
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This is a module that is automatically allocated to the records our Keele level II students who are going to Study Abroad at a partner University for a semester of their second year and cannot be selected by any other level II students. |
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LSC-20060 |
Human Biology - Study Abroad IV |
EP |
C
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7.5 |
15 |
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This is a module that is automatically allocated to the records our Keele level II students who are going to Study Abroad at a partner University for a semester of their second year and cannot be selected by any other level II students. |
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PTY-20020 |
Health and the Environment |
O |
C
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7.5 |
15 |
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Health and the Environment
This module will be delivered within the School of Health and Rehabilitation mostly by health professionals with an interest in how the home, work or immediate environment may affect a person&©s health. Each session will introduce the student to a new topic area but the module will commence by exploring the students understanding and appreciation of the concept of health. Subsequent areas explored will include the respiratory system and the affect of pollution. Mental health will be explored by looking at social and societal environmental stressors that are implicated in the causation of mental health problems. Also included will be the role of physical activity and exercise for health exploring links to obesity, chronic disease and reduced exercise tolerance. Current thinking regarding the affect of temperature (global warming or the ice age) on physical activity will be explored along with the implications for health regarding the spread of disease due to insect vectors. This module aims to give the student a different perspective to their studies and will encourage the student to explore health related topics via key note lectures, practical sessions and small group workshops.
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| Semester 1 |
C/O |
TYP |
ECTS | CATS |
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LSC-30001 |
Behavioural Neurobiology |
O |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This is a multidisciplinary module whose aim is to develop an understanding of animal (including human) behaviour in terms of the function of the nervous system. This module concentrates on the brains of mammals, especially humans, and on sub-cortical systems. There are occasional references to lower vertebrates and even invertebrates where the study of shared mechanisms in simpler animals is useful. Modern neuroscience is an interdisciplinary study, and this is reflected in the syllabus in that it draws on information from anatomy and microanatomy, physiology, neurochemistry, neuropharmacology and neuroendocrinology to bring about an understanding of behaviour.
Lectures are supported by a series of student-led seminars based on recent research publications. Topics covered include pleasure and pain, fear, stress and sleep all linked through the pervading theme of learning and memory. There are no pre-requisites, but students who have done little or no neuroscience before are likely to find it difficult and would be well advised to read Part 1 of the main recommended text, Bear Connors and Paradiso: Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, 3rd edition 2007) before taking the module.
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LSC-30019 |
Applied Life Sciences Placement - ISP |
O |
C
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7.5 |
15 |
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Issues in the biological sciences are an area of growing importance in all sectors of work and professional development. Students on this module will gain experience of applying understanding of practical techniques within a professional business, and/or research environment. Students will be supported in developing effective professional/research practices through training in leadership and project management. They will also develop independent reflective learning practices to enhance their continuing professional development. The practical work carried out during the period of employment prior to the beginning of the student's final year will take the place of the experimental project. During the first semester of the final year the student will write a report on this practical work which will be submitted before the end of the Autumn Term. |
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LSC-30020 |
Neurobiological Basis of Brain Disease |
EA |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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The lectures in this module will review the occurrence, cause, aetiology and neuropathology of a number of common neurodegenerative diseases and neurobiological conditions. The lecture material will be complemented by a number of Clinical Presentations which will stress the clinical aspects of neurodegenerative disease. |
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LSC-30028 |
Advances in Medicine |
O |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module will describe and promote the understanding of advances in medicine that have impacted on diagnosis, treatment, prevention of a range of diseases. It will highlight fast emerging areas of research which are striving to improve diagnosis including nanotechnology and new biochemical tests in the fields of heart disease, cancer and fertility investigations which will potentially improve patient care. The module will provide insight into the advancing field of Personalised Medicine, which allows optimisation of treatment based on an individual&©s genetic and clinical information and also an area of cutting edge research into the use of non-coding RNA as a therapeutic tool. The module will also provide an opportunity to discuss new developments in the fields of Tissue engineering and Stem cell technologies, which have seen huge advances in recent years.
All the sessions will be in the form of lectures or case studies and will be delivered by academics and Clinical Scientists who are currently engaged in active research in these fast moving areas. There will be tutorial sessions which will provide a forum for discussion of some of the topics covered in this module. In addition there will be opportunities for the student to appraise the current thinking in these areas and develop and present their own views in the form of an oral and poster presentations.
Indicative content includes:
Stem cells for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
Stem cells for the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders
Advances in Clinical Diagnostic Medicine
Magnetic Nanoparticles in Biology and Medicine
Developments of new biochemistry tests and their translation into routine clinical practice
Non-coding RNA and its potential as a therapeutic tool.
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LSC-30036 |
Human Parasitology |
O |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module will promote the understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of Parasitic diseases of Humans with particular reference to protozoan, helminth and nematode infections. Protozoan infections will include Malaria and Leishmaniasis. Other infections covered will be Shistsomiasis (blood fluke) and Filariasis (worm). The module will address the life cycle of the parasites, which is critical to understanding how the parasite is transmitted, pathogenesis of the parasitic infection and diagnosis and treatment. A basic understanding of immunology will be useful in understanding the human host-parasite interactions that determine pathology in these parasitic infections. Understanding of the parasite life cycles will also be important in grasping the current methods of controlling transmission and also the infection. The module will also address challenges to effective delivery of treatment and control of transmission, including socio-economic and cultural issues. The module will be delivered by academics who are currently active in Parasitology and Entomology research and will be able to provide an insight into the current developments and knowledge of these parasitic diseases. There will be tutorial sessions which will provide a forum for discussion of some of the topics covered in this module. Additional practical sessions will provide the opportunity to examine specimens and discuss film material, which will enhance the students&© understanding of Human Parasitology.
Indicative content includes:
Comparative overview of life cycles of parasites with particular emphasis on Malaria, Leishmaniasis, Schistosomiasis (blood flukes) and Filariasis (worm).
Human host-parasite interactions in parasitic infections:
Immune response
Immunosuppression and co-infection
Immunity and vaccine development and associated problems.
Pathology and symptoms of Parasitic infections, discuss and compare current knowledge of mechanisms involved in pathogenesis, also discuss symptomatic versus asymptomatic infection tissue damage, anaemia, organ-failure.
Diagnosis of parasitic infections in the field and in the laboratory and discuss invasive and non-invasive methods of diagnosis (blood smear, ELISA for parasite antigens, urine, stool, tissue biopsy, ocular imaging).
Treatment of parasitic infections, discussing prophylactic measures available and chemotherapy regimens with particular reference to mode of action of the drugs, problems such as drug resistance
Socio-economic problems associated with effective delivery of treatment such as accessibility of treatment, cost of treatment, compliance with treatment.
Vector Biology
Control of Transmission, vector avoidance, prevention of transmission, socio-economic and cultural problems associated with use of preventive measures e.g. (bed nets: cost, child versus adult, health education).
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| Semester 1-2 |
C/O |
TYP |
ECTS | CATS |
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LSC-30031 |
Experimental Research Project - ISP |
O |
C
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7.5 |
15 |
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The experimental project is done in a laboratory (or possibly elsewhere) under supervision. Students do hands-on experimental work, including planning experiments and analysis, and they research the subject by reading journals, reviews and textbooks. The project is written up as a report. following accurate and clear note-taking and data entry into a lab book. Students planning to continue in research are strongly encouraged to choose an experimental project as this will give them the best relevant experience. |
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LSC-30032 |
Non-experimental Research Project - ISP |
O |
C
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7.5 |
15 |
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Students work under supervision doing some data analysis. In addition, they research the subject by reading journals, reviews and textbooks, and then write it up as a report including their findings and conclusions. NE projects are rather like dissertations with a data-analysis component attached, and they are recommended for students who are mainly interested in scientific data and its analytical treatment. |
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LSC-30033 |
Dissertation - ISP |
O |
C
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7.5 |
15 |
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Students work on a chosen topic of interest within the area of Human Biology, often one that is in some way controversial. They research the subject by reading journals, reviews and textbooks, and then write it up as a report including some relevant published experimental findings with critique and conclusion. Dissertations are recommended for students who are principally interested in scientific questions and controversies. |
| Semester 2 |
C/O |
TYP |
ECTS | CATS |
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LSC-30009 |
Clinical Pathology |
O |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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The majority of staff that contribute to the module are employees of the University Hospital of North Staffordshire (UHNS). In these cases, their principle responsibilities are towards patient care and well-being. These staff, therefore, hold significant posts across a spectrum of clinical and clinical related areas. Students will benefit from lectures and expertise in Clinical Diagnostic Pathology,Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Genetics and Inflammatory Diseases. Students will gain insight how patients from their initial presentation at the UHNS are managed from the perspective of diagnosis and treatment. The course will cover both standardised testing options and the development of new diagnostic procedures with a particular emphasis on genetic and epigenetic aspects of disease. Student will also gain an appreciation of the cost benefit of particular routes for diagnosis and treatment and the importance of identifying false positive and false negative results. Finally, the students will have the opportunity to perform their own extensive literature review of a disease related topic that is not covered by the course through formal lectures. |
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LSC-30015 |
Biology of Disease - ISP |
O |
C
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module gives students the opportunity to investigate a specific disease topic from a range of options provided and is designed to allow the students to adopt a self-learning approach in which they will conduct their own research on a defined topic in consultation with the module manager. The module consists of the preparation of an independently researched critical appraisal, in the form of a 4000-5000 word essay, of the current level of understanding of a particular disease along with tutorials based on student-centred learning. The tutorial sessions provide a forum for addressing problems, for assessing and monitoring progress, and for developing the required skills. Tutorial sessions include topics on information and retrieval, improving essays and discussion of their essay outlines. |
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LSC-30030 |
Human Evolution |
O |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module will look at the current evidence for the descent of man, from Hominins to Homo sapiens, and will explore early hominid ecology, the evolution of bipedalism, increased brain size and appearance of opposable thumbs. The fossil evidence from the African Rift Valley will be assessed and species from Australopithecines to Homo discussed. In addition the cultural evolution of Hominids, including the 'out of Africa' theory, early social evolution and the archeological evidence of tools, cave paintings and early agriculture will be critically evaluated, and molecular evidence and the techniques used to harvest it will be examined. There will be consideration of the evolution of speech and writing as the beginning of information transfer across generations. Although some of the content will be delivered by lectures, students will be expected to carry out research into some aspects of the module and to contribute during both lectures and tutorials. Students will have the opportunity to be involved in a workshop on making stone tools similar to those used by early hominin species.
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Human Biology Minor - Level 1 Modules
| Semester 1 |
C/O |
TYP |
ECTS | CATS |
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LSC-10031 |
Cell and Molecular Biology |
C |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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The module will examine the fundamental importance of cell and molecular biology in relation to complex living organisms. After a general exploration of cell structure, organelles, membranes and intermediary metabolism, the module concentrates on cell division by exploring the cell cycle, chromosome structure, mitosis and meiosis. Subsequently, the module tackles the concepts of DNA structure, replication, mutation and repair, leading to a description of how genes are expressed and regulated. The impact of man on genetics and cell biology is explored through a consideration of recombinant DNA technology and genomics. Finally, the module provides an introduction to the genetic basis of development. The associated practicals give a wide-ranging coverage of modern molecular techniques with which all biologists need to be familiar and provide opportunities to gain skills in information retrieval and oral presentation. |
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LSC-10040 |
Introduction to human physiology |
C |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module provides an introduction to the normal human anatomy and physiology of the digestive, nervous and neuromuscular body systems. It also provides a basic grounding in relevant practical techniques, including light microscopy and physiological recording. |
| Semester 2 |
C/O |
TYP |
ECTS | CATS |
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LSC-10032 |
Genetics and Evolution |
C |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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The module will examine the fundamental roles of genetics and evolution through a combination of classical and molecular studies. Concepts of Mendelian inheritance patterns will be introduced and reasons for divergence from these classical patterns described. The importance of genetic variability will be stressed in relation to living organisms both at the individual and population level. The module will raise awareness of the evolutionary process and discuss concepts of speciation and phylogeny, with a focus on human evolution. During practical classes and tutorials, the module will allow students to gain experience in the conduct, analysis and interpretation of genetic investigations. The module also provides an opportunity to address fundamental issues in bioethics with a focus on animal experimentation. |
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LSC-10039 |
Human physiology and pathology |
C |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module provides a basic background to the physiological systems of the human body and the pathological changes that occur during relevant diseases. The systems covered are the cardiovascular, immune, respiratory, urinary and endocrine / reproductive systems. The module is taught using both lectures and practical classes. |
Human Biology Minor - Level 2 Modules
| Semester 1 |
C/O |
TYP |
ECTS | CATS |
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ESC-20017 |
Human Impact on the Environment, scientific perspectives |
O |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module provides knowledge and understanding, from a scientific perspective, of the impacts from human activities on the Earth and its systems and processes. Particular emphasis is given to water, air, soil and biota (plants and animals).
Over the last century numerous environmental problems have arisen as a result of human activities, including global climate shifts, water pollution, soil degradation, habitat loss, diversity loss and air pollution. These problems can in turn impact upon human health and well-being, so managing these problems benefits humans as well as the wider environment. An important feature of this module is that it tackles strategies to mitigate or cope with environmental problems caused by human impacts.
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LSC-20023 |
Development and Evolution of Nervous Systems |
O |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module teaches you about how evolutionary processes have shaped the nervous system, from simple invertebrates that possess a basic neural network, like a sea anemone, to vertebrates with their highly centralised nervous system. We take a tour of the different animal groups and piece together possible routes of evolution of the nervous system from the more primitive through to the more advanced living groups; how intelligence appears to have evolved like other traits using evidence from the fossil record. Moving to the present day, we then describe how the body builds its nervous system using anatomical, physiological and molecular biological data; we try to answer questions about how neurones grow, how synapses are made and pruned and how wiring develops with particular reference to vertebrate nervous systems. The module ends with a discussion of repair and regeneration (or lack of them!) in the nervous system and possible ways to enhance nervous system repair mechanisms in the future.
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LSC-20050 |
Human Genetics |
C |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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The field of Human Genetics is growing rapidly in the post genomic age and this module aims to sample some of the key topics. It will demonstrate the predictable behaviour of genes at the levels of the individual and the population (Mendelian and population genetics), whilst making students aware that the nature of human societies means that sometimes genes don't appear to behave as predicted! There will be an emphasis on medical genetics, showing how a person's genetic make-up can directly or indirectly affect their health and exploring some of the applications of molecular genetics in the study of, diagnosis of and treatment of genetic diseases. We shall also consider some of the ethical implications of advances in genetic technologies. A variety of teaching methods will be used including lectures, interactive problem solving workshop sessions, computer-based self research and tutorials.
Topic 1 Inheritance Patterns in Humans. (Sessions 1 - 3)
This topic includes revision of meiosis and classical mendelian genetics, molecular pathology (the basis for dominance and recessivity), genetic and environmental influences on phenotype, human genetic elements, and patterns of mendelian and non-mendelian inheritance in humans.
Topic 2 Quantitative and Population Genetics (Session 4)
This topic gives a brief introduction to population and quantitative genetics and includes the Hardy-Weinberg Law, calculation of gene frequencies and heritability.
Topic 3 Clinical Applications of Genetics (Sessions 5 to 10)
This topic examines the types of genetic diseases that affect humans (eg single gene, multigene, multifactorial, chromosome abnormalities and somatic disease) and how molecular genetics has revolutionised diagnosis and treatment in medical genetics.
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LSC-20057 |
Human Biology - Study Abroad I |
EP |
C
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7.5 |
15 |
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This is a module that is automatically allocated to the records our Keele level II students who are going to Study Abroad at a partner University for a semester of their second year and cannot be selected by any other level II students. |
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LSC-20058 |
Human Biology - Study Abroad II |
EP |
C
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7.5 |
15 |
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This is a module that is automatically allocated to the records our Keele level II students who are going to Study Abroad at a partner University for a semester of their second year and cannot be selected by any other level II students. |
| Semester 2 |
C/O |
TYP |
ECTS | CATS |
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LSC-20052 |
Nutrition and Energy Balance |
O |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module will focus on understanding the essential components of our diet and discuss the changes in nutrition and energy balance that the human body encounters through development from birth to adulthood. The module will address the need for the body to adapt nutrition to meet its energy requirements during sports and exercise. It will discuss the consequences of dietary imbalances on human health and how nutrition and diet can contribute to many Lifestyle disorders including obesity related disorders, coronary heart disease, glucose intolerance and diabetes. This module aims to provide an informed, research based understanding of nutrition, diet and energy balance on human health, by integrating aspects of physiology, biochemistry, food science and exercise physiology.
This module will offer a number of laboratory based practical opportunities, including a visit to the Anatomy Suite at the Medical School to learn about the digestive system and also an Exercise Physiology practical to understand energy requirements during exercise. In addition, the lectures in this module will be complemented with guest lectures to highlight our current thinking in human nutrition and health. Ethical issues that concern diet and nutrition will be discussed in tutorials.
Indicative Contents
This module is taught through a combination of lectures and laboratory sessions as well as tutorials and private study, combined with on line support and readings from relevant text books.
Lectures:
Nutrition and energy balance; energy and organic macromolecules (fats, carbohydrates and proteins); absorption and functions of vitamins and minerals; alcohol; regulation of food intake: Hunger and satiety; positive energy balance and obesity; the role of nutrition in the development and management of cardiovascular diseases; nutrition and cancer; sport nutrition; nutrition and the human life course and nutrition in mental health.
Practicals:
Physiology of digestive tract; food digestion; calculating energy balances; estimating body composition; putting weight management theory into practice; exercise physiology.
Tutorial:
Ethical argument and discussion
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LSC-20056 |
Research and Analytical Skills |
C |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module looks at the skills and techniques used by scientists to collect, analyse and present scientific information to a specialist and wider audience. It includes specific skills such as writing, experimental design, data analysis and presentation within an ethical framework. In addition these skills will be invaluable for 3rd year projects and dissertations.
Indicative content:
- Analysis of the structure and content of scientific papers, with particular reference to the design and analysis of scientific experiments within an ethical dimension.
- How data is arranged (tables, graphs, figures), presented using Word, Excel and PowerPoint, summarized (summary statistics) and compared.
- Searching for scientific information on the internet, electronic databases, libraries and its collation and oral presentation in a seminar.
- Statistical analysis of the data is a major component of the module with in-depth study of the most commonly used statistical analyses, including: T-test, ANOVA, regression, correlation, non-parametric tests, categorical data, linearity, cross-reactivity, sensitivity, specificity, accuracy and precision.
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LSC-20059 |
Human Biology - Study Abroad III |
EP |
C
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7.5 |
15 |
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This is a module that is automatically allocated to the records our Keele level II students who are going to Study Abroad at a partner University for a semester of their second year and cannot be selected by any other level II students. |
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LSC-20060 |
Human Biology - Study Abroad IV |
EP |
C
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7.5 |
15 |
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This is a module that is automatically allocated to the records our Keele level II students who are going to Study Abroad at a partner University for a semester of their second year and cannot be selected by any other level II students. |
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PTY-20020 |
Health and the Environment |
O |
C
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7.5 |
15 |
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Health and the Environment
This module will be delivered within the School of Health and Rehabilitation mostly by health professionals with an interest in how the home, work or immediate environment may affect a person&©s health. Each session will introduce the student to a new topic area but the module will commence by exploring the students understanding and appreciation of the concept of health. Subsequent areas explored will include the respiratory system and the affect of pollution. Mental health will be explored by looking at social and societal environmental stressors that are implicated in the causation of mental health problems. Also included will be the role of physical activity and exercise for health exploring links to obesity, chronic disease and reduced exercise tolerance. Current thinking regarding the affect of temperature (global warming or the ice age) on physical activity will be explored along with the implications for health regarding the spread of disease due to insect vectors. This module aims to give the student a different perspective to their studies and will encourage the student to explore health related topics via key note lectures, practical sessions and small group workshops.
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Human Biology Minor - Level 3 Modules
| Semester 1 |
C/O |
TYP |
ECTS | CATS |
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LSC-30001 |
Behavioural Neurobiology |
EP |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This is a multidisciplinary module whose aim is to develop an understanding of animal (including human) behaviour in terms of the function of the nervous system. This module concentrates on the brains of mammals, especially humans, and on sub-cortical systems. There are occasional references to lower vertebrates and even invertebrates where the study of shared mechanisms in simpler animals is useful. Modern neuroscience is an interdisciplinary study, and this is reflected in the syllabus in that it draws on information from anatomy and microanatomy, physiology, neurochemistry, neuropharmacology and neuroendocrinology to bring about an understanding of behaviour.
Lectures are supported by a series of student-led seminars based on recent research publications. Topics covered include pleasure and pain, fear, stress and sleep all linked through the pervading theme of learning and memory. There are no pre-requisites, but students who have done little or no neuroscience before are likely to find it difficult and would be well advised to read Part 1 of the main recommended text, Bear Connors and Paradiso: Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain (Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, 3rd edition 2007) before taking the module.
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LSC-30020 |
Neurobiological Basis of Brain Disease |
EA |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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The lectures in this module will review the occurrence, cause, aetiology and neuropathology of a number of common neurodegenerative diseases and neurobiological conditions. The lecture material will be complemented by a number of Clinical Presentations which will stress the clinical aspects of neurodegenerative disease. |
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LSC-30028 |
Advances in Medicine |
EP |
M
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module will describe and promote the understanding of advances in medicine that have impacted on diagnosis, treatment, prevention of a range of diseases. It will highlight fast emerging areas of research which are striving to improve diagnosis including nanotechnology and new biochemical tests in the fields of heart disease, cancer and fertility investigations which will potentially improve patient care. The module will provide insight into the advancing field of Personalised Medicine, which allows optimisation of treatment based on an individual&©s genetic and clinical information and also an area of cutting edge research into the use of non-coding RNA as a therapeutic tool. The module will also provide an opportunity to discuss new developments in the fields of Tissue engineering and Stem cell technologies, which have seen huge advances in recent years.
All the sessions will be in the form of lectures or case studies and will be delivered by academics and Clinical Scientists who are currently engaged in active research in these fast moving areas. There will be tutorial sessions which will provide a forum for discussion of some of the topics covered in this module. In addition there will be opportunities for the student to appraise the current thinking in these areas and develop and present their own views in the form of an oral and poster presentations.
Indicative content includes:
Stem cells for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
Stem cells for the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders
Advances in Clinical Diagnostic Medicine
Magnetic Nanoparticles in Biology and Medicine
Developments of new biochemistry tests and their translation into routine clinical practice
Non-coding RNA and its potential as a therapeutic tool.
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LSC-30036 |
Human Parasitology |
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module will promote the understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of Parasitic diseases of Humans with particular reference to protozoan, helminth and nematode infections. Protozoan infections will include Malaria and Leishmaniasis. Other infections covered will be Shistsomiasis (blood fluke) and Filariasis (worm). The module will address the life cycle of the parasites, which is critical to understanding how the parasite is transmitted, pathogenesis of the parasitic infection and diagnosis and treatment. A basic understanding of immunology will be useful in understanding the human host-parasite interactions that determine pathology in these parasitic infections. Understanding of the parasite life cycles will also be important in grasping the current methods of controlling transmission and also the infection. The module will also address challenges to effective delivery of treatment and control of transmission, including socio-economic and cultural issues. The module will be delivered by academics who are currently active in Parasitology and Entomology research and will be able to provide an insight into the current developments and knowledge of these parasitic diseases. There will be tutorial sessions which will provide a forum for discussion of some of the topics covered in this module. Additional practical sessions will provide the opportunity to examine specimens and discuss film material, which will enhance the students&© understanding of Human Parasitology.
Indicative content includes:
Comparative overview of life cycles of parasites with particular emphasis on Malaria, Leishmaniasis, Schistosomiasis (blood flukes) and Filariasis (worm).
Human host-parasite interactions in parasitic infections:
Immune response
Immunosuppression and co-infection
Immunity and vaccine development and associated problems.
Pathology and symptoms of Parasitic infections, discuss and compare current knowledge of mechanisms involved in pathogenesis, also discuss symptomatic versus asymptomatic infection tissue damage, anaemia, organ-failure.
Diagnosis of parasitic infections in the field and in the laboratory and discuss invasive and non-invasive methods of diagnosis (blood smear, ELISA for parasite antigens, urine, stool, tissue biopsy, ocular imaging).
Treatment of parasitic infections, discussing prophylactic measures available and chemotherapy regimens with particular reference to mode of action of the drugs, problems such as drug resistance
Socio-economic problems associated with effective delivery of treatment such as accessibility of treatment, cost of treatment, compliance with treatment.
Vector Biology
Control of Transmission, vector avoidance, prevention of transmission, socio-economic and cultural problems associated with use of preventive measures e.g. (bed nets: cost, child versus adult, health education).
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LSC-30009 |
Clinical Pathology |
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7.5 |
15 |
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The majority of staff that contribute to the module are employees of the University Hospital of North Staffordshire (UHNS). In these cases, their principle responsibilities are towards patient care and well-being. These staff, therefore, hold significant posts across a spectrum of clinical and clinical related areas. Students will benefit from lectures and expertise in Clinical Diagnostic Pathology,Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Genetics and Inflammatory Diseases. Students will gain insight how patients from their initial presentation at the UHNS are managed from the perspective of diagnosis and treatment. The course will cover both standardised testing options and the development of new diagnostic procedures with a particular emphasis on genetic and epigenetic aspects of disease. Student will also gain an appreciation of the cost benefit of particular routes for diagnosis and treatment and the importance of identifying false positive and false negative results. Finally, the students will have the opportunity to perform their own extensive literature review of a disease related topic that is not covered by the course through formal lectures. |
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LSC-30015 |
Biology of Disease - ISP |
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module gives students the opportunity to investigate a specific disease topic from a range of options provided and is designed to allow the students to adopt a self-learning approach in which they will conduct their own research on a defined topic in consultation with the module manager. The module consists of the preparation of an independently researched critical appraisal, in the form of a 4000-5000 word essay, of the current level of understanding of a particular disease along with tutorials based on student-centred learning. The tutorial sessions provide a forum for addressing problems, for assessing and monitoring progress, and for developing the required skills. Tutorial sessions include topics on information and retrieval, improving essays and discussion of their essay outlines. |
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LSC-30030 |
Human Evolution |
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7.5 |
15 |
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This module will look at the current evidence for the descent of man, from Hominins to Homo sapiens, and will explore early hominid ecology, the evolution of bipedalism, increased brain size and appearance of opposable thumbs. The fossil evidence from the African Rift Valley will be assessed and species from Australopithecines to Homo discussed. In addition the cultural evolution of Hominids, including the 'out of Africa' theory, early social evolution and the archeological evidence of tools, cave paintings and early agriculture will be critically evaluated, and molecular evidence and the techniques used to harvest it will be examined. There will be consideration of the evolution of speech and writing as the beginning of information transfer across generations. Although some of the content will be delivered by lectures, students will be expected to carry out research into some aspects of the module and to contribute during both lectures and tutorials. Students will have the opportunity to be involved in a workshop on making stone tools similar to those used by early hominin species.
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